Empowering Civil Society Organisations at the UPR: Strengthening Implementation of Recommendations from the UN's Universal Periodic Review

The aim of this study is to empower civil society organisations whenengaging with the UPR, in turn strengthening the domestic implementationof UPR recommendations.

Using an online survey and semi-structured interviews, a significant dataset hasbeen created, detailing experiences of civil society organisations (CSOs) that take part in the UPR.

This novel work is important because CSOs play a substantial role in advocatingfor human rights and holding governments to account, particularly through the UPR. By understanding their experiences of engaging with the UPR process, challenges can be identified alongside opportunities for improvement. Empowering these organisations can lead to more effective monitoring and implementation of UPR recommendations at the national level, which will improve human rights on the ground. Ultimately, this study aims to contribute to a more transparent, accountable, and inclusive human rights system that benefits individuals and communities worldwide.